Sentences with phrase «handling prowess»

Well its stiff sports suspension needs to be tolerated on badly surfaced roads but it pays dividends in terms of handling prowess.

If you're looking for handling prowess and track times, though, the GT - R's standard all - wheel drive gives it an edge.

That's not exactly light, but by modern SUV standards, it's acceptable — and it's what leads to the X3's considerable handling prowess on the road.

As cars get bigger you would think drivers would expect less handling prowess from them, simply due to the amount of mass.

The 164's handling prowess places it at the front of the pack.

The newfound grip and handling prowess drove him to attend several track days, where the car was much better than he was.

While it gets faster and more powerful, it's also gains handling prowess.

The result is a minimal 22 lb weight gain compared to the coupe, which should preserve the car's fantastic handling prowess.

The Cayman manages to achieve lofty standards of handling prowess with a ride that is surprisingly supple and more cosseting than that of its predecessor.

It doesn't have the same handling prowess as a BMW 5 Series, but its response to driver input makes the Genesis feel like a more legitimate luxury car than in the past.

It is quicker than the Audi Q3 and the Mercedes GLA 250 to 60 mph, posts some of the shortest stopping distances in its class, and sets a high bar in handling prowess.»

I would compare it closely with Nissan's SE - R, but even that car features more handling prowess.

The stretched wheelbase — needed to carve out room for a rear seat — should provide a softer and smoother ride, though we're hoping overall handling prowess doesn't suffer.

The 2015 Subaru BRZ is an outstanding sports coupe for drivers who value handling prowess over outright power, but for the money there are so many compelling alternatives.

We might sound like we're being needlessly fussy when we say the sixth - generation 3 - series is starting to show signs that smoothness and luxury is more important than outright handling prowess.

The Audi Sport rear diff further augments the RS 5's handling prowess by constantly measuring and delivering up to all available torque to whichever rear wheel needs it most.

Built from 1984 to 1992 and highly regarded by the U.K. magazines, it was known for its superior handling prowess and road - munching ability.

On the surface, the Porsche 911's handling prowess does not compute.

The Bottom Line The 2015 Subaru BRZ is an outstanding sports coupe for drivers who value handling prowess over outright power, but for the money there are so many compelling alternatives.

Thanks to increased structural rigidity for the platform as well as being dimensionally more compact than its predecessor (the R34's wheelbase was 55 mm shorter than that of the R33 model), the fifth generation GT - R demonstrated even better handling prowess and performance.

Lamborghini is also said to be looking towards giving the Urus a suspension setup that is geared more toward handling prowess than off - road potential.

That's how Formula 1 driver Sebastian Vettel wound up behind the wheel of a 2014 Infiniti Q50 last week to tout the retuned sport sedan's handling prowess days before he won the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.

The taller stature of the Golf SV also hints at an inherently more practical kind of car that, as reflected by the 17 - inch wheels worn by our test car, has been conceived more for everyday comfort than pure handling prowess.

Compared with the sedan, the base coupe's sport suspension gets firmer shocks and a 0.6 - inch lower ride height, while optional 19 - inch wheels wrapped with Pirelli P Zero high - performance tires further enhance handling prowess.

The SS version of Chevy's four - seater coupe doesn't have a ridiculously powerful 650 - horsepower supercharged engine or insane handling prowess, but on regular streets it's anything but a disappointment.

Helping to lend the new model a more aggressive air is a 0.9 - inch reduction in ride height over the Cayenne S — something Porsche is keen to point out also reduces the crucial center of gravity for what it describes as «adding handling prowess.»

They can also be stiffened for eye - opening handling prowess.

All of that speed and handling prowess comes at a price - most of these trucks are far from cheap - but they offer a startling level of performance that rarely sacrifices any practicality in the process.

As was the case with DAS, my brief experiences with it were reminiscent of the Texas experience where the car's body roll and overall handling prowess improved in sport and sport +.

They are judged on their dog handling prowess.

In terms of handling prowess, however, the E46 is the leeriest M car of them all.

The GT4's short overhangs and aluminum - intensive structure help lower its center of gravity, which should put its grip and handling prowess on par with a proper sports car.

For those enthusiasts demanding the ultimate in handling prowess, a driver adjustable FE3 sport suspension system is available, while a new third - generation version of Cadillac's Magnetic Ride Control system is also offered.

My point is just what you said, it is not made for the nurburing, yet the fact is it will still give more handling prowess than the vast majority will ever use.

Remarkably complete, with a great - sounding engine, rabid performance, excellent structural integrity and, best of all, only a small compromise in overall handling prowess and all - round ride quality over its fixed - roof sibling — all with the roof up or down.

But if you value handling prowess and an entertaining drive experience on twisty roads, the Mazda CX - 5 offers a blend of tossability and convenience that's second only to the current crop of German wagons.

But when those driving portions involve guiding a car that has all the handling prowess of a cinderblock on Teflon, the game becomes an absolute chore.

Based on the pattern set by its predecessor, the BMW 1 - Series M coupe, the smaller M2 will likely exhibit both better agility and handling prowess than a standard M235i, as well as additional outright speed.

Balancing the plentiful thrust of the new mill, the chassis exhibits stellar harmony between solidity, comfort, and handling prowess, which we are happy to say is undiminished from the E-Class sedan on which this four - door coupe is based.

In combination with the more evenly balanced weight distribution and the uprated three - chamber air suspension, the difference in ride quality and handling prowess is simply mind - boggling.»

«True to Carroll Shelby's philosophy, it has more power, more sound, more styling and more handling prowess,» said Vince LaViolette, Shelby American vice president.

Other upgrades could include improved sound insulation to address Mazda's common battle with handling prowess versus NVH.

Its refinement, handling prowess, style, and interior make up for the fact that it's oozing - molasses slow.